 What type of jewelry is allowed?
The SC School HACCP Plan states that one cannot wear jewelry (other than
a plain wedding band) on the hands and arms because they come in contact
with food. The jewelry standards that are outlined in 2-4: Prerequisite
Programs are minimum standards based on the U.S. Food Code (2005). A
school district can establish a higher standard, such as not allowing
one to wear earrings or necklaces.
When establishing a higher standard, there must be a rationale for it.
For example, wearing necklaces (other than medical alert necklaces and
identity badges) might be prohibited because they could get caught in
the equipment. Earrings might also be prohibited because they might fall
into the food and hence serve as a physical contaminant.
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